Brandon Vazquez
ATX
Center Forward
Left Winger
Target Striker
Oct 14, 1998 (28)
Right
6'2"
198 lb
Attacking effort in loss
Vazquez recorded two shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Vancouver Whitecaps FC.
Analysis: Vazquez put both of his shots on target but was unable to find the net in a match where Austin struggled to generate consistent attacking momentum. His three goals from 38 shots this season show a striker who gets into dangerous positions regularly and has been unfortunate in front of goal, with 4.36 expected goals on the campaign pointing to a player due for a more productive run. His next fixture against Sporting KC, who sit 15th in the Western Conference, presents a favorable opportunity to get back on the scoresheet.
Scores for third straight match
Vazquez scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Wednesday's 3-1 loss to Los Angeles Football Club.
Analysis: Vazquez scored once from four shots, putting two on target, while adding one cross across 90 minutes in Wednesday's 3-1 loss at LAFC. He pulled Austin level in the 66th minute after Myrto Uzuni won possession and released him, with Vazquez guiding a low finish past Hugo Lloris. Vazquez has now scored in three consecutive matches, continuing a productive run despite Austin leaving Los Angeles without a point.
Scores again in loss
Vazquez took five shots (three on goal) and scored in Saturday's 4-1 loss to Nashville SC.
Analysis: Vazquez has scored in consecutive games, a good sign for Austin FC as they make a push for a playoff spot down the stretch. The striker is heating up at the right time after overcoming an ACL injury, and he'll look to make it three straight games with a goal in Wednesday's road match against LAFC.
Scores in return to lineup
Vazquez scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus San Diego FC.
Analysis: Vazquez returned to the starting lineup after coming off the bench in the previous two matches and began Austin's comeback with a headed finish from Ervin Torres' cross in the 73rd minute. It was his first goal since returning from an ACL injury, providing an encouraging sign as he works toward a larger attacking role. Vazquez has one goal and one assist across 16 MLS appearances this season, including eight starts.
High shot volume against Earthquakes
Vazquez generated five shots (zero on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus San Jose Earthquakes.
Analysis: For only the second time this season, Vasquez logged at least five shots in a single setting. Unfortunately for the forward, among his nine shots (seven on target) this season, he still has zero goals scored.
Records assists
Vazquez assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 2-1 victory against Seattle Sounders FC.
Analysis: Vazquez picked up his first assist of the season in the 2-1 win over Austin. Since returning from injury, he's made eight MLS appearances with three starts, contributing that lone assist along with four chances created and six tackles.
Six shots in loss
Vazquez recorded six shots (three on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-0 defeat to Houston Dynamo.
Analysis: Vazquez was plenty active throughout Saturday's match, but he couldn't get on the scoresheet despite putting three shots on goal. The striker also created a chance, but all of the volume wasn't enough to beat Jonathan Bond. Vazquez will hope to bounce back and get back on the score sheet for a Saturday trip to Colorado.
Fit again
Vazquez (knee) is on the bench for Sunday's match against St. Louis.
Analysis: Vazquez is finally back in action after a torn ACL last season, with the forward an option for the first time since June of last year. It will likely take him some time to get back to match fitness, so a few bench spots in a row could be feasible. However, he is a key forward for the club, with five goals in 19 appearances before his injury last season.
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